Deck Manager
About The Position
The Amphitheatre Deck Manager has primary day-to-day responsibility for making decisions and supervising Theater Technicians’ daily responsibilities, while promoting the safety of all crew and performers in the Medora Musical. The role oversees stage operations in coordination with stage management and helps maintain the quality and integrity of stage, set, and prop elements. The manager coordinates scenery transitions, supports backstage and rehearsal operations, manages and trains crew members, and helps ensure a safe and orderly theater environment. The position also supervises the deck electrician, deck pyro, deck sound technician, and Medora Trail Riders; manages crew scheduling and timesheet accuracy; performs minor scenery and prop repairs; and works in other production departments between show runs. The Deck Manager supervises cleaning of stage-level areas and secures the theater at night. The position is based in Medora, North Dakota, and works outdoors in hot conditions during the Medora Musical, with indoor work as needed.
Requirements
- Previous theater experience is required.
- Able to work split shifts, six days a week.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and ready for every shift.
- Able to provide outstanding customer service and exceptional service.
- Must possess a clean U.S. Driver's License.
- Able to troubleshoot and create solutions when needed.
- Must be familiar with theater operations and terminology.
- Must possess critical-thinking skills.
- Must be fluent in English.
Nice To Haves
- Previous supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
- Previous guest-service experience is preferred.
- Bilingual ability is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Oversee stage operations in coordination with stage management.
- Execute stage-operation priorities, particularly maintaining the quality and integrity of stage, set, and prop elements.
- Work with the Stage West Scenic Artist and Technical Director to plan reliable scenery transitions.
- Communicate stage-operation needs with the Theaters Manager.
- Reset stage-operation stations and supplies between productions.
- Help set up rehearsal and backstage spaces.
- Schedule and manage the Medora Musical backstage and spotlight crew.
- Account for backstage technician and spotlight operator hours on timesheets, ensure their accuracy, and submit them to TRMF accounting staff for payroll.
- Train crew members and supervise their work in stage operations.
- Coordinate and execute scenery transitions with the run crew and stage management.
- Share best practices and guidance from department supervisors, stage management, and production management with other run-crew members.
- Perform minor repairs to scenery and props as needed.
- Maintain a safe backstage working environment for cast, crew, riders, and animals.
- Supervise the deck electrician, deck pyro, and deck sound technician.
- Oversee the safety and duties of the Medora Trail Riders.
- Work in other production departments between show runs.
- Supervise cleaning of the stage, dressing rooms, and other stage-level areas.
- Secure the theater at night.
- Be familiar with BHA safety procedures and protocols.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Train and supervise theater technicians.
Benefits
- The Life Skills Center includes a dining room, fitness center, and spaces for music, studying, learning, prayer, reflection, and socializing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
